1990 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Espace | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Espace | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |